Part Time Intern- Information Technology at Caterpillar in Peoria, IL

Career Area:

Students and Graduates

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Description

Information Technology Interns within Caterpillar Excavation Division perform the same challenging work assignments as our new full-time hires. We work with our teams to ensure that every intern gains the appropriate professional and personal growth necessary to be successful in a corporate environment. This position is a great way to gain hands-on experience by supporting IT operations at a world-leading manufacturing company. As a Spring intern, you will work approximately 20 hours a week.  Summer 2026 interns will work 40 hours a week from May 18th, 2026 to August 7, 2026.  

What You Will Do

You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar employees. You can focus on building professional abilities in roles including (but not limited to):

• Assist in the development, testing, and implementation of digital analytics and business intelligence solutions, including Power BI dashboards, data models, and automated reporting.
• Support the team with data quality troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and resolving issues across digital platforms and analytics tools.
• Participate in the maintenance, optimization, and upgrade of data pipelines, analytics environments, and digital systems.
• Help in the creation of technical documentation, data dictionaries, process flows, and user guides for analytics and digital tools, including Power BI assets.

What You Have – Skills and Experiences

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills:

•  Knowledge of one or more programming languages such as Python, SQL, Java, C++, or JavaScript, with an interest in applying them to data and analytics workflows.
• Familiarity with Power BI for building dashboards, creating data models, and visualizing insights, as well as cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Snowflake, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Ability to organize and manage multiple analytics or digital projects simultaneously, with a strong capacity to quickly learn and apply new technologies, tools, and methodologies.
• Success in collaborating with cross‑functional teams, stakeholders, and individuals from diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and technical backgrounds.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in explaining technical or analytical concepts to non‑technical audiences.
•  Commitment to participating in, and building on, our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled full-time at a 4-year accredited university/college in one of the following fields of study: Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics or any technical related degree at the time of application and throughout the program.
• Must have 15 completed semester hours before the start of the internship.
  If a transfer student, must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university.
• Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average (no rounding) at current institution.

Top Candidates will also have

• Proficiency in analytics‑related software applications, programming languages, or digital technologies used for data processing, visualization, and system support.
• Examples include: Power BI, SQL, Python, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), data modeling concepts, and foundational knowledge of networking or system tools such as Firewall management or IP Subnet planning.
• Strong communication, teamwork, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate data findings into clear, actionable insights.
•  Strong problem‑solving and customer‑service skills, especially in supporting users, resolving data issues, and improving digital workflows.

Area of open internship position:

• Analytics for Excavation Division

Additional Information:

• You must live within 50 miles of the work location: Peoria, IL and work on-site up to 20 hours a week
• Relocation is not available
• Sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:

$22.50 - $40.25

Intern Hour Rate:

An intern's hourly rate is based on the major/degree being pursued and the number of completed academic hours achieved before the start of the internship.

 

Intern Benefits:

The total rewards package, beyond base salary, may include if eligible:

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Volunteer Day

• Housing Stipend 

• Relocation Assistance

• Medical coverage

• Voluntary benefits

Posting Dates:

February 2, 2026 - February 8, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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